Review of Extraordinary Measures (2010) by Stewart F — 22 Jun 2010

Great film.both leads are surprisingly good.

This review of Extraordinary Measures (2010) was written by Stewart F on 22 Jun 2010.

Extraordinary Measures has generally received mixed reviews.

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So-so acting, script, screenplay & directing adds up to a so-so TV movie. save your money…

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